Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2004 BMW 5 Series. The number one most common problem is related to the power steering light on (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the electric power assist steering system (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Power Steering Light On problems | |
| Electric Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering problems |
Active steering fault light and the passenger restraining system lights come on after car parked for over a week during a trip out. Several forums have indicated similar failure with excessive repair costs from dealer. Read details...
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I owned a 2004 BMW 525i e60 had "active steering fault came on at all time . The dealer wants 4000usd to fix the problem but the steering control is fine . I believe this issue had related to steering angle sensor defective from BMW factory and dealers in us did not want to fix this Read details...